Biomedical subjects
Publications and source records attributed to A Manchershaw.
Unresolved bereavement can increase the incidence of depressive illness. GP consultation can increase following bereavement. Bereavement programmes can address the needs of this client group. This programme can be adapted for use by all members of the primary healthcare team.
A questionnaire-based evaluation of a support group for relatives of people with mental illness living in the community is described. Set up initially in 1987, the evaluation suggests that the group has succeeded in offering emotional support to most members, although others have ceased to attend. The authors recommend that regular support of carers should become an integrated part of community mental health services.